What is another word for Limpingly?

Pronunciation: [lˈɪmpɪŋlɪ] (IPA)

Limpingly is an adverb that describes a slow, unsteady or awkward way of walking caused by an injury or disability. There are several synonyms for this word, including haltingly, hobblingly, falteringly, shakily, unsteadily and unevenly. Each of these words is used to indicate a similar type of movement that is not smooth or flowing. Haltingly suggests an uncertain or hesitant manner, while hobblingly connotes a stiff, awkward gait. Falteringly implies a tendency to stumble or lose balance. Similarly, shakily and unsteadily both suggest a lack of stability. Unevenly is used more broadly to describe any kind of walking that is not smooth or regular.

What are the hypernyms for Limpingly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Limpingly

And his old dog, faithful and gentle as ever, ran Limpingly to meet him; it barked with joy, and licked his hand.
"Romance of the Rabbit"
Francis Jammes
Mogue wore a hare-skin cap, his left eye protruded as usual, and he walked Limpingly.
"The King of Ireland's Son"
Padraic Colum
At that moment, while we were making the air ring with our shouts of triumph, I saw a figure emerge from that sinister pile of dead and maimed and come Limpingly in the direction of the fort, moving evidently with great effort and slowly.
"The Minute Boys of the Mohawk Valley"
James Otis

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